Trunk leans back to swing the arm up
Erectors generate the movement; anterior delt underloaded.
Overactive muscles
Erector spinaeUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Cable Front Raise
Coaching cues
- Low pulley behind you; overhand grip on the handle
- Raise arm forward to shoulder height — lead with the thumb up
- Pause at the top; feel the anterior delt contract
- Lower slowly — 3 seconds eccentric
Common faults 2
Elbow bends significantly
Reduces the lever arm; bicep assists; anterior delt loses the load.
Overactive muscles
Biceps brachiiUpper trapezius
Corrective work
Foam RollUpper traps↗StretchLevator scapulae stretch↗